Knockwurst can be boiled or steamed but is at its best when lightly grilled and served with good pretzels, yellow or Dijon mustard, and a pale ale; a "hobo pack" of cremini mushrooms and garlic, also cooked...
This "jelly" does not require the sterilizing and sealing process commonly used for jams and preserves. Simply keep it refrigerated in an airtight container, and enjoy for up to 2 weeks.
This quick sauce does an excellent job of tying the components of this pork chop dinner together. It's also excellent over mixed greens, or tossed with cold noodles.
Frittatas are great warm or at room temperature, making this a smart meal for a busy night when not everyone in the family can sit down to dinner at the same time.
The skins from stone fruit will contribute color and flavor to the jam. But for a smoother mixture, you can lift the skins out of the cooked jam with a fork.
Try this sweet-and-peppery butter on broiled or grilled white fish, on grilled steak or chicken, on corn on the cob or boiled potatoes, or with boiled green beans or peas.
A bright side dish featuring spring seasonal produce like carrots and snap peas will perk up any Easter dinner table or buffet. The fact that it can serve a crowd while taking only 30 minutes from start...
A big bowl of seasoned popcorn goes a long way -- and is an excellent healthy snack. There's a secret to getting every last kernel to pop (let stand 30 seconds), but this is among the easiest of snacks...
Simmering horseradish in cream tempers its pungency; that's the first step in making this distinctive version of mashed potatoes, which nicely complements a sumptuous main course.
This rouille is like aioli, only fired up with cayenne pepper and laced with fragrant saffron. Try with: shellfish, grilled fish, or pork, bouillabaisse.
It's easy to liven up your favorite vegetables with a tangy dressing or a splash of vinegar or fruit juice. Here, balsamic vinegar is tossed with roasted cabbage.
Sweet potatoes are more versatile than you might gather from the holiday-only treatment many people give them. Looking for an unexpected twist? Try lime with these spicy sweet potatoes.
Cranberries get a boost from wild Maine blueberries, fresh ginger, orange (zest and juice), and sage in this superlative sauce that deserves a spot on your Thanksgiving table.
Pierogi are an incredibly versatile food, adapting to both sweet and savory fillings. Seasonal fruit, such as plump blueberries or Italian plums, makes the dumplings lighter. We added nutmeg to the sour...